Sonny Wizelman’s “Steamers Carousel” is now on display at MECM. This diorama is inspired by the merry-go-round in Griffith Park, Los Angeles. Wizelman, a master of live steam models and dioramas, transformed what was essentially a steam-powered turntable into this impeccably detailed diorama. This diorama was also on display at the Lois Lambert Gallery in […]| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
An RC model of Gondola is now on display at MECM. Gondola is a historic steam-driven river boat that was originally built in 1859. After being retired in 1936, it was brought back to life thanks to the efforts of the National Trust. After extensive restoration, it was relaunched in 1980 with a new hull […]| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
We’re thrilled to share that the Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum has been featured in a recent KPBS article and video segment, highlighting the incredible artistry and precision behind our collection of small-scale masterpieces. This recognition brings well-deserved attention to the skilled artisans who dedicate countless hours to crafting functional miniature engines, intricate models, and detailed […]| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
San Diego Museum Month 2025 runs from February 1-28, offering half-price admission for up to four people at over 70 local museums, gardens, zoos, aquariums, and historic sites. Sponsored by the San Diego Foundation, which is celebrating its Fifty & Forward Campaign to Strengthen San Diego Nonprofits for Next 50 Years, visitors can download a […]| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
Built to look like it just ran the 24 hours of Le Mans sports car race in 1985, this diorama took two months to complete. The model is made from metal and resin, is 24″ x 24,” and weighs about 25lbs. The car was initially built from a kit with extensive detail work being added […]| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
Sonny Wizelman’s Log Loader Diorama is now on display at MECM. This diorama depicts a log loader and winch on top of a steam-powered turntable. Sonny, a lifelong master of live steam models, built this diorama from plans and did all of the building, weathering, and rusting himself. Log loaders were used in the logging […]| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
This Elna Junior is a working miniature travel sewing machine that was made in Switzerland. The post Elna Junior Travel Sewing Machine appeared first on The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum.| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
An original Singer 20 child’s sewing machine is now on display at the Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum. Despite its compact size, the Singer 20 functions like a full-sized sewing machine creating simple chain stitches. Well-engineered with a cast iron body requiring just 40 components, this machine uses a short 24×1 needle which has a flat […]| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
An original Berloque Pistölchen is now on display at the Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum. This 2mm miniature pistol was made in Austria in the 1930s and was first developed by Franz Pfannl, a watchmaker. Pfannl began producing Berloque, or “watch fob,” pistols in 1897. Most were made in Austria until the mid-1930s, when Japan and […]| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
Eighteen new engines by Roger Butzen are now on display at the Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum courtesy of the Engine Collection of Paul and Paula Knapp.| The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum